Kesari – Indian
Bathed in warm, golden hues that mirror its namesake spice, Kesari offers a sensory journey through the diverse landscapes of India where the air hums with the sizzle of the tandoor and the aromatic perfume of toasted cardamom. The kitchen brings together bold regional flavors and time-honored techniques, crafting a vibrant tapestry of rich, layered curries and fragrant biryanis that celebrate the soul-stirring complexity of authentic subcontinental cuisine.
2701 Broadway, New York, 10025 +1-646-368-1333 https://kesarinyc.com/Rating: 4.9/5 (195 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
What to order at Kesari
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp Biryani | 45.6 g | 49.8 g |
| Shrimp Chilly | 73.9 g | 43.1 g |
| Chicken Curry | 60.5 g | 38.1 g |
| Shrimp Curry | 69.2 g | 35.8 g |
| Shrimp Korma | 121.3 g | 35.3 g |
| Lamb Saag | 69.7 g | 33.7 g |
| Salmon Tikka Masala | 35.8 g | 26.4 g |
| Lamb Tikka Masala | 35.8 g | 25.4 g |
| Kheer | 27.3 g | 22.7 g |
| Chicken Malai Kebab | 0.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Chicken Saag | 23.4 g | 20.4 g |
| Rasmalai (3 pieces) | 6.9 g | 19.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise this Upper West Side gem for its authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine, highlighting the perfectly balanced spices and generous portions. Standout dishes include the Momos, Butter Chicken, Samosa Chaat, and lamb curry, with guests raving about the flavorful sauces and excellent lunch specials. Reviewers frequently commend the warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional hospitality, noting that the friendly staff and attentive manager make everyone feel like a regular.
Menu
Appetizers
- Vegetable Samosa - $8.95: Potatoes and green peas filled in crispy pastry and fried. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chicken Samosa - $8.95: Ground chicken filled in crispy Pastry and fried. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Lamb Samosa - $9.95: Ground lamb filled in crispy pastry and fried
- Pani Puri - $9.95: Popular street food consisting of a hollow, crispy, fried dough ball (puri) filled with a mixture of spiced potatoes, chickpeas, and a tangy, spicy, flavored water (pani). Only For Dine.
- Pakora - $9.95: Onion and spinach fritters Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Mulligatawny Soup - $7.95: Yellow lentil soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Butternut Squash Soup - $7.95: Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Black Pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Samosa Chaat - $9.95: Chopped samosa garnished with chutneys and raita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber
- Chicken Malai Kebab - $13.95: Spice marinated chicken from tandoor. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Paneer Tikka - $10.95: Cottage cheese grilled in clay oven. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Lamb Spring Roll - $14.95: Minced meat, chilli, coriander, mint and raita. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Kesari Special Platter - $18.95: Vegetable samosa, chicken samosa, lamb spring roll & pakora Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Vegetable Entrees
- Aloo Saag - $17.95: Spinach cooked with potatoes, garlic, ginger, cumin, corriander, onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Chana Masala - $17.95: Curried chickpeas with onion, tomato, clove, black cardamom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Paneer Makhani - $17.95: Homemade cheese cooked, buttery sweet tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach
- Paneer Tikka Masala - $17.95: Paneer in a creamy tomato sauce.
- Aloo Gobi Matar - $17.95: Stir-fried Cauliflower, potato and green peas-based curry. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Bhindi Masala - $17.95: Okra cooked in curry sauce.
- Mushroom Masala - $17.95: White mushrooms cooked with homemade Indian spices.
- Chilly Mushroom - $17.95: Spicy! Mushroom cooked in tomato, garlic and chilly based sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Vegetable Curry - $17.95: Mixed vegetables cooked with garden herbs and spices. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Vegetable Vindaloo - $17.95: A signature dish of GOA, fresh mixed vegetables cooked in fiery sauce, sun-dried Kashmiri red chili, potato, tamarind
- Saag Paneer - $17.95: Cottage cheese cooked with spinach
- Vegetable Biryani - $17.95: Rice cooked with mixed vegetables and the spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Malai Kofta - $17.95: Vegetables croquets, yogourt & coconut Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Korma - $17.95: Fresh mixed vegetables in almond cashew nut sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Tikka Masala - $17.95: Fresh mixed vegetables cooked with Light cream tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Baingan Bharta - $17.95: Roasted and mashed eggplant, curried. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Chana Saag - $17.95: Spinach cooked with chickpeas, garlic, cumin, coriander, onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Chicken Entrees
- Butter Chicken - $18.95: Clay-oven cooked, buttery sweet tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $18.95: Earthen oven cooked white meat in light cream tomato sauce
- Chicken Curry - $18.95: Chicken with homestyle masala sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Chicken Saag - $18.95: Sauteed spinach, garlic, ginger, toasted cumin, coriander Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Chicken Vindaloo - $18.95: A signature dish of GOA, chicken cooked in Fiery sauce, sun-dried Kashmiri red chili, potato, tamarind.
- Chicken Korma - $18.95: Chicken in almond cashew nut sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Tandoori Chicken Tikka - $18.95: Yogurt marinated chicken grilled in clay oven.
- Chilly Chicken - $18.95: Chicken cooked in spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Chicken Biryani - $18.95: Long grain basmati rice meal, saffron, cloves, bay leaf Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Seafood Entrees
- Shrimp Curry - $22.95: Shrimp cooked in homestyle masala sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Tandoori Shrimp - $22.95: Clay oven grilled shrimp Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Salmon Tikka Masala - $22.95: Salmon with light cream tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Salmon Chilly - $22.95: Fried salmon cooked in tomato sauce and chilly based spicy sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb
- Shrimp Tikka Masala - $22.95: Shrimp with light cream tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Biryani - $22.95: Rice cooked with spices and shrimp. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Shrimp Chilly - $22.95: Fried shrimp cooked in tomato sauce and chilly based spicy sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Tandoori Salmon - $22.95: Salmon marinated with spice grilled in clay oven Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Korma - $22.95: Shrimp cooked in rich cashew nut and almond sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Lamb Entrees
- Lamb Tikka Masala - $20.95: Boneless lamb in a cream tomato sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Lamb Korma - $20.95: Lamb with almonds and cashew nut sauce.
- Lamb Saag - $20.95: Lamb cooked with spinach. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Lamb Curry - $20.95: Lamb with homestyle masala sauce. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Lamb Vindaloo - $20.95: A signature dish of GOA, lamb meat cooked in Fiery sauce, sun-dried Kashmiri red chili, potato, tamarind.
- Lamb Biryani - $20.95: Rice cooked with spices and lamb.
Himalayan Food (Momo)
Dumplings filled with special Himalayan spices
- Vegetable Momo (Steam) - $14.95: Vegetable dumpling filled with mixed vegetables and special Himalayan spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Momo (Fried) - $15.95: Vegetable dumpling filled with mixed vegetables and special Himalayan spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Momo (Jhol/Soup) - $16.95: Vegetable dumpling filled with mixed vegetables and special Himalayan spices in soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chicken Momo (Steam) - $14.95: Dumplings filled with ground chicken meat and special Himalayan spices
- Chicken Momo (Fried) - $15.95: Dumplings filled with ground chicken meat and special Himalayan spices
- Chicken Momo (Jhol/Soup) - $16.95: Dumplings filled with ground chicken meat and special Himalayan spices in soup
- Lamb Momo (Steam) - $15.95: Dumplings filled with ground lamb meat and special Himalayan spices
- Lamb Momo (Fried) - $16.95: Dumplings filled with ground lamb meat and special Himalayan spices
- Lamb Momo (Jhol/Gravy) - $17.95: Dumplings filled with ground lamb meat and special Himalayan spices in gravy
- Chilly Momo (Chicken) - $15.95: Dumplings cooked in tomato based spicy sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chilly Momo (Lamb) - $16.95: Dumplings cooked in tomato based spicy sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Breads
- Plain Naan - $4: Clay oven baked bread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Onion Kulcha - $6: Flat bread stuffed with onions and spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Coconut Naan - $6: Flat bread stuffed with coconut. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free
- Rosemary Naan - $6: Clay oven baked bread topped with dry rosemary Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Lachcha Paratha - $6: Whole wheat flatbread with butter. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Garlic Naan - $6: Flatbread topped with garlic. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Paneer Naan - $6: Flatbread topped with paneer. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Cilantro Naan - $5: Flatbread topped with cilantro topping. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Roti - $4: Whole Wheat Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Soy Free
Sides
- Dal Makhani - $12.95: Black lentils cooked with cream and spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Dal Tadka - $11.95: Yellow Lentils Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Raita - $5.95: Cool whipped yogurt with cucumber and carrot. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Soy Free
- Papadum - $5.95: Yellow lentils wafers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Mixed Pickle - $5.95: Tangy and Spicy mixed pickle of mango, carrot, green chillies, lemon perfect as a flavorful side Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free
- Mango Chutney - $5.95: Sweet and sour mango jelly. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Soy Free
- Extra Basmati Rice - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Soy Free
Desserts
- Gulab Jamun (2 pieces) - $6.95: Honeyed dumplings. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Rasmalai (3 pieces) - $7.95: Light cheesecake, thickened creamy milk & pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kheer - $6.95: Rice Pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Soda - $2.95: Coke, Diet coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Seltzer
- Masala Chai - $3.95: Spiced tea with milk.
- Mango Lassi - $6.95: Mango and yogurt smoothie
- Plain Lassi - $6.95: Yogurt Smoothie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Sparkling Water (Pellegrino) - $4.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Water - $2.95
- Iced Tea - $4.95
Specials
- All Day Special - $24.95: One Appetizer + One Entree + Dessert or Side. Choose from select appetizers (Samosas, Soups, Pakora), Entrees (Veg, Chicken, Lamb +$2.95, Seafood +$3.95), and Desserts/Sides. Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium
- Lunch Special (Vegetarian) - $13.99: Mon-Fri 11am-3pm. Served with Vegetable of the day + Lentil of the day + Rice + Naan + Choice of one curry (Chana Masala, Aloo Gobi Matar, Saag Paneer, or Paneer Makhani). Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Soy Free
- Lunch Special (Chicken) - $14.99: Mon-Fri 11am-3pm. Served with Vegetable of the day + Lentil of the day + Rice + Naan + Choice of one curry (Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Curry, Chicken Korma, Chicken Vindaloo, or Chicken Saag). Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Lunch Special (Lamb / Seafood) - $15.99: Mon-Fri 11am-3pm. Served with Vegetable of the day + Lentil of the day + Rice + Naan + Choice of one curry (Lamb Curry, Lamb Korma, Lamb Vindaloo, Shrimp Tikka Masala, or Shrimp Curry). Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Kesari
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Reviewers commend the warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional hospitality, while the interior features warm, golden hues and aromatic scents.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking authentic Indian-Nepalese cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and extensive dietary options including vegan, keto, and gluten-free would enjoy this restaurant.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided data for Kesari does not include specific information regarding the restaurant's hours of operation.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Kesari stands out among Indian restaurants with a 4.9/5 rating, offering authentic cuisine, generous portions, and exceptional hospitality at a moderate price.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- Kesari offers an extensive menu with 27 dietary categories and diverse Indian-Nepalese dishes including Momos, Butter Chicken, and regional curries.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a 4.9/5 rating, reviewers praise the authentic cuisine, generous portions, and exceptional hospitality, specifically highlighting the Momos and Butter Chicken.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Kesari specializes in authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like curries, biryanis, momos, and tandoor-cooked specialties.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Kesari accommodates mixed dietary needs with vegan, gluten-free, keto, and high-protein options like Mixed Pickle, Basmati Rice, and vegetarian lunch specials.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Kesari has an overall average rating of 4.9/5, reflecting the high praise it receives for its authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Reviewers praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional hospitality at this 4.9/5 rated gem, making it ideal for special occasions.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Kesari?
- Shrimp Biryani, at roughly 49.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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